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Fingerprint verification settings
Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.
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From Settings, tap
Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints.
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Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your
device.
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Fingerprint always on: Scan your fingerprint even when the screen is off.
Biometrics settings
Configure your preferences for biometric security options.
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From Settings, tap
Security and privacy > Biometrics for the following:
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Show unlock transition effect:
Show a transition effect when you use
biometrics to unlock your device.
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About unlocking with biometrics: Learn additional information about securing
your device with biometrics.
Memory card
Protect data on your optional memory card (not included).
Encrypt SD card
You can encrypt your optional microSD card (not included) to protect its data. This
only allows the card information to be accessed from your device with a password.
1. From Settings, tap
Security and privacy > More security settings > Encrypt SD
card.
2. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your microSD
card.
NOTE
Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing
an encrypted microSD card. Before initiating a Factory data reset, make sure to
decrypt the installed microSD card first.
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